Tag Archives: Word

Today

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Today in Christ                  Today I am in Christ, Not only in Grace, Not only in Faith. Today I give thanks to God because he is good, and my faith is filled with … Continue reading →

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My Sons

Posted on October 4, 2012 by Tom Bolton

It is good to be pleased with one’s sons, I think. . . . . . . . My Sons, Who Please Me Will I sound blasphemous to introduce My Sons: These are my sons, in whom I am well … Continue reading →

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On Word, Law and Life – 3

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Tom Bolton

On Word, Law and Life is a work of my devotions in response to Psalm 119. I wrote these verses in December through February in response to meditating on Psalm 119. I am repeating a few stanzas individually between now … Continue reading →

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Disciples

Posted on September 20, 2012 by Tom Bolton

BECOMING DISCIPLES THROUGH BIBLE STUDY Participating in Disciple Bible Study in 1998 was one of the major life changing activities of my life. I am forever thankful that Jim Marsh led our class and took us down many great paths … Continue reading →

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Strong and Courageous, Joshua

Posted on September 8, 2012 by Tom Bolton

Strong and Courageous How can I be strong and courageous when I feel so small? My God is with me wherever I go,      and yet I forget. I am dismayed I am less than. I am unable. I … Continue reading →

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Grounded in Prayer

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Tom Bolton

Grounded in Prayer No longer am I bapfuye behagazi. I am restored, bright-eyed in this community. And yet, wide-awake, I am disturbed too often. The call of Christ is welcome, and I grab it as shelter, and yet, There is … Continue reading →

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On Grace

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Tom Bolton

Contemplating Bonhoeffer more and focusing on Jesus, I wrote this Tuesday. Grace, Held Each Day I accept this grace with eyes wide open, Fully knowing the value, the steep price paid. Today I am full of grace, given freely to … Continue reading →

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